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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in San Marcos public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Cancellation of the San Marcos Holiday Parade
Mission Hills High band students and parents pleaded with the council to help save the holiday parade, which faces cancellation now that Kiwanis has stepped down as sponsor. They asked the city to lead fundraising and planning so the community tradition survives.
Community Foundation grants to local nonprofits
The San Marcos Community Foundation distributed about $70,000 last year to youth programs, schools, food banks, and health organizations, and is recruiting advisory board members.